Texas House Bill HR901

Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Caption

Amending the permanent rules of the House of Representatives of the 86th Legislature designating the style and format of filing bills for the 87th and succeeding legislatures.

Impact

The proposed changes will have a direct impact on how legislation is introduced and categorized within the Texas House of Representatives. By establishing clear guidelines for designating bills and resolutions as either 'Texas Bill' or 'Texas Joint Resolution' and assigning them odd or even numbers based on the appropriations bill's origin, HR901 seeks to create more uniformity in legislative procedures. This adjustment is expected to improve the clarity and efficiency of the legislative process.

Summary

HR901 aims to amend Rule 8, Section 7 of the permanent rules of the House of Representatives for the 86th Legislature. This resolution outlines the procedures for filing bills and resolutions in the House during the 87th and succeeding legislatures. Specifically, it provides a structured process for the designation and numbering of bills based on whether the general appropriations bill will originate in the house or not.

Contention

While there doesn't seem to be significant contention surrounding HR901 as it primarily deals with procedural amendments, stakeholders in the legislative process may have varying opinions on the effectiveness of these changes. Some may argue that such amendments will lead to more efficient governance, allowing for more straightforward tracking and management of legislative documents. Others might express concerns that changes to rule may introduce unnecessary complexity, complicating the lives of legislators and staff responsible for managing these filings.